Mornders History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
England
Ireland

The Mornders surname is thought to derive from "maund," meaning "beg," probably from the Old French "mendier;" in which case, it may have evolved from a nickname for a beggar. Alternatively it may have been an occupational name for a maker of baskets, from Middle English word "maund," meaning "basket."

Early Origins of the Mornders family

The surname Mornders was first found in Devon where they held a family seat as Lords of the Manor. The Saxon influence of English history diminished after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The language of the courts was French for the next three centuries and the Norman ambience prevailed. But Saxon surnames survived and the family name was first referenced in the year 1524 when Thomas Mander held estates in that shire.

Early History of the Mornders family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Mornders research. Another 91 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1172, 1455, 1487, 1642, 1662, 1687, 1700, 1702, 1704, 1720, 1764, 1794 and 1807 are included under the topic Early Mornders History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Mornders Spelling Variations

Spelling variations in names were a common occurrence before English spelling was standardized a few hundred years ago. In the Middle Ages, even the literate spelled their names differently as the English language incorporated elements of French, Latin, and other European languages. Many variations of the name Mornders have been found, including Mander, Manders, Maunders, Maunder and others.

Early Notables of the Mornders family

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Migration of the Mornders family to Ireland

Some of the Mornders family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
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Migration of the Mornders family

Families began migrating abroad in enormous numbers because of the political and religious discontent in England. Often faced with persecution and starvation in England, the possibilities of the New World attracted many English people. Although the ocean trips took many lives, those who did get to North America were instrumental in building the necessary groundwork for what would become for new powerful nations. Some of the first immigrants to cross the Atlantic and come to North America bore the name Mornders, or a variant listed above: Wells Mander, who came to Virginia in 1651; Richard Mander, who settled in New York in 1758; William Mander, who arrived in America in 1768; Thomas Manders, who arrived in Maryland in 1775.

The Mornders Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Pro Omnibus Laus Deo
Motto Translation: Praise God for all things.